Bleeding Melanoma under tail - what to do?

[mitters]

I have a 14yo grey TB who has a melanoma under his tail. I discovered it about a year ago, it's the size of a pea and hasn't grown or caused any problems up until now. When i went to check him this evening it is bleeding. I think it may have grown a little, so now when he swishes his tail he is rubbing the top of it.

I have put some cream on it, but soon as he swishes his tail the cream just comes off, so i thought about possibly putting a dressing and vet wrap over it? I thought this may stop it rubbing and keep it clean?

Has anyone else experienced a similar problem with a melanoma and how was it treated?

Obviously i will call the vet if it gets worse. I am also aware that melanomas can be internal, so will keep a careful eye on him for any signs of colic or discomfort. The poor boy also has arthritis and navicular so the future isn't looking too bright for him :-(

(PS I have also posted this in the Veterinary forum)

 

[dustybin43]

Hi there,

My boses mare has some real bad melanoma's under her tail and yes last year they were bleeding a lot.
They have now stopped bleeding and have improved with what she uses on her daily.
I will ask her what it is that she uses when I see her on Sunday. It is quite expensive i think, but still cheaper than the vet.

 

[mitters]

Hi there,

My boses mare has some real bad melanoma's under her tail and yes last year they were bleeding a lot.
They have now stopped bleeding and have improved with what she uses on her daily.
I will ask her what it is that she uses when I see her on Sunday. It is quite expensive i think, but still cheaper than the vet.

Hi dustybin43, that would be great, thank you